The Wellness Warrior Blog

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I’ve been ejected out the other side!! Plus some DYI moisturizing balms for winter

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Phew! What a ride! 4 weeks of my life just transited through a vortex of disorder and chaos! Thankfully, I’ve been ejected out the other side!   Upon our return from the wondrous journey to Western Australia, we wasted no time in shifting gears and packing up and moving to a new home. It was… Continue Reading I’ve been ejected out the other side!! Plus some DYI moisturizing balms for winter

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All Natural Anti-wrinkle Facial Butter (For normal to dry skin)

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Keep that smile radiant on your face with this rehydrating butter! Over the last year I have been experimenting with a few DYI moisturizing oils and bars. I have stopped purchasing lotions, creams and lip balms all together and have created a couple of recipes that work just as well for me to keep my… Continue Reading All Natural Anti-wrinkle Facial Butter (For normal to dry skin)

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Glossy Lips Lip Balm

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Pucker up, buttercup! Smooch! This simple lip balm recipe keeps your lips moisturized and glossy when you are feeling a little chapped. Add your fave  essential oils to create the lip balm vibe of your choice. I mixed together peppermint and cinnamon! Ingredients: Directions: *Note: if you want this thicker you can heat it again… Continue Reading Glossy Lips Lip Balm

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Jar of Body Butter

Soothing Anti-inflammatory Salve

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From bites to burns, give this salve a turn! If you are looking for an all natural salve for mild inflammation due to sun burns, bug bites, redness from hair waxing or minor abrasions, this salve is soothing on the affected area. I used this one all summer after I came in from the sun… Continue Reading Soothing Anti-inflammatory Salve

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Cheesy Vegemite Scrolls

Cheesy Vegemite Scrolls

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Nothings says Australia like Vegemite Okay, there is nothing gluten or dairy free about this recipe but it speaks Australia through and through and as I am immersed in the Land Down Under, it only seemed appropriate to collect an Australian recipe to share! When in Rome, as they say! Vegemite is a savory staple… Continue Reading Cheesy Vegemite Scrolls

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Jar of Vegemite

Vegemite – the taste of Australia

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“She just smiled and gave me a Vegemite sandwich” – From Down Under by Men at Work Have you ever seen an Australian light up at the word Vegemite? They are addicted to the stuff! Makes me wonder what else is added to keep them all coming back for more! It is certainly an “acquired”… Continue Reading Vegemite – the taste of Australia

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A picture of Snoopy and Woodstock Flying in Snoopy's little plane

Managing Your jet Setting jet Lag like a Pro

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“Don’t worry about the world ending today, it’s already tomorrow in Australia” – From Charles M. Schulz The count down is on to my first really big international trip from the West coast of Canada to Perth, in Western Australia. What can I say? I married and Aussie! I figured we would end up going… Continue Reading Managing Your jet Setting jet Lag like a Pro

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Plate of mixed seed energy bars

Mixed Seed Energy Bars

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Let seeds be thine energy! Looking for a healthy energy bar that is nutrient dense, easy to make and scrumptious? This one hits the mark! Full of seed proteins, healthy fats and a natural sweetener that isn’t refined, this bar will keep you going when you need a little mid day pick me up snack!… Continue Reading Mixed Seed Energy Bars

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Baked Breaded Zucchini Sticks with Almond Flour

Baked Breaded Zucchini StickS With Almond Flour

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What to do with all those zukes! If you are a beginner gardener, growing zucchini makes you feel like a pro! I remember asking my husband if he had picked the zucchini from the garden and he replied “it wasn’t very big yet” to which I replied, “if you don’t keep and eye on it,… Continue Reading Baked Breaded Zucchini StickS With Almond Flour

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Lentil Shepherds Pie

Lentil Shepard’s Pie

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A vegetarian twist on a classic comfort food Looking for a new whole food, plant based recipe to add to your meal planning? This lentil pie is packed full of plant proteins, fiber and micro-nutrients and boasts big savory flavour! This recipe requires some time to prepare so is a great one to bring together… Continue Reading Lentil Shepard’s Pie

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Inner Vision Health and Wellness Karyn Lawson RMT INHC